Virginia · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Sussex County, VA
4 community water systems serving Sussex County reported 5 lead and 61 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,695 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Waverly.
3.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Virginia average (0.6%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.0%
- Unknown 83%
- Non-lead 14%
Water systems serving Sussex County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of WaverlySussex County | 0 | 45 | 1,016 | 3.7% |
| Town of WakefieldSussex County | 5 | 16 | 544 | 3.4% |
| Town of Stony CreekSussex County | 0 | 0 | 135 | 0% |
| Northeast Regional Water SystemsSussex County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Sussex County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Sussex County reported 5 lead and 61 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,695 of unknown material.
Which Sussex County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Waverly (45), Town of Wakefield (21).
How do I check my home in Sussex County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.